I wanted to make a card for this week's CASology cue card word, which is "WORD." I also wanted to use a sketch from a challenge called CAS(E) This Sketch which, for one reason or another, I've missed the last few weeks. Last night, determined to make a card, I sat and stared at this sketch by the amazingly talented N@ Ali.
As he has so often this week, little Martin Richard kept popping into my mind. I intended to have my blog be a happy place without further mention of the horrors of Boston, but Martin wouldn't be silenced and so today I feel I must do a post in memory of him.
Martin, the same tender age as my twin grandsons, Henry and Adam.
Martin, with those big, sweet, and innocent eyes.
Martin, whose message is so pure, so simple.
Martin, who at his young age seemed to understand about morality and immortality:
If you injure people, they hurt.
If you hurt them bad enough, they die.
Why would anyone want to do that?
"No more hurting people."
Martin Richard, age 8
April 15, 2013.
April 15, 2013.
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I hope all avenues of today's social media will continue to spread Martin's message to honor him and make his words the clarion call to stop the madness so that future generations the world over will never forget Martin Richard and his words.
Of course, my thoughts and prayers are with all the families of those killed and injured so needlessly, but this post is dedicated to Martin and his simple principle of peace.
Of course, my thoughts and prayers are with all the families of those killed and injured so needlessly, but this post is dedicated to Martin and his simple principle of peace.
With love,
Beautiful CAS card with an oh so necessary message!
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Hannelie
A prayerful Amen to your post, Darnell. No more violence. Peace to all the children, and since we are all someone's child, that makes us all children deserving of peace.
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautifully eloquent, speaking peace so softly. Beautiful. Bev
What a touching post, Darnell. I hadn't seen this photo before, and it broke my heart. I looked it up, and found that Good Morning America just posted a photo showing sweet Martin, the bomber in the white hat in the background, and the backpack he left on the ground. So chilling. The address is rather long to post here, but you can find it easily, it was posted 3 hours ago. Every time I look at Logan, I am reminded that another mother of an eight-year-old will never be the same. A senseless tragedy.
ReplyDeleteAMEN Darnell, this is a perfect tribute to this precious little boy.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful tribute to that sweet boy! He has left us all inspired to make this world a better, more peaceful place.
ReplyDeleteOh Darnell this is such a wonderful tribute to Martin. This week has been so disturbing with the horrors of this senseless tragedy. A beautiful card in his memory.
ReplyDeleteIt's so hard for me to understand how anyone can do this to another human being. It's so random too. But I appreciated seeing that photo, made me stop and think a moment.
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Darnell, I have heard of the photo, but until now had not seen it. There is a picture of his Dad and Brother in our papers today, I really feel for them too. A wonderful post today but oh so very sad......... your card is a beautiful tribute. Big hugs, Annie xx
ReplyDeleteAmen Darnell. I don't think I'll ever get over or forget this senseless tragedy.
ReplyDeleteHear Hear Darnell and what a lovely tribute card too.
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Thank you, Darnell...
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Gorgeous card and strong message!
ReplyDeletePeace in heart to all
hugs Tamara
This is a lovely tribute to Martin, Darnell - simply beautiful! Thanks so much for playing along with us at CASology this week!
ReplyDeleteDarnell - what a wonderful tribute to a young life so cruelly taken. I think Martin's picture is an important message, and your card echoes it so well. xx
ReplyDeletePerfect post Darnell.
ReplyDeleteNicely expressed. Warm tender and sincere. Hug our loved ones tighter and praise the lord. You honored him.
ReplyDeleteThank you for posting this tribute to Martin. Children really "get it". Why can't we follow their lead? Your word choice is the perfect word for right now. And may the victims and their families somehow find peace.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post Darnell, such a tragedy. Take care, Shirleyx
ReplyDeleteSuch a touching post Darnell - what more can I say, more tears here. Di xx
ReplyDeleteNicely said and memorialized.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful tribute to someone so young and yet so aware of what our world needs!
ReplyDeleteDarnell, your post is amazing! It brought tears to my eyes, this is just the sweetest thing anyone can do, pay tribute to amazing little boy. Lovely card too Darnell.
ReplyDeleteGreat post Darnell - you said it all beautifully! Why can't we all just do the right thing?
ReplyDeleteLovely tribute. Chokes me up.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend Darnell!
What a lovely and very fitting tribute to such a special little boy Darnell.
ReplyDeleteHugs,Nessa xxx
I think your card says it all and is a perfect tribute to Martin and all those who were senselessly killed, injured and affected by the Boston bombing. It is also a stunner of a CAS card!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for letting me know about being a Darling this week - you make me smile every time which makes the whole thing so much sweeter! I just hope I can keep you in a job! ;) he he!
Beautiful card and tribute Darnell - so very special - hugs xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a special tribute for Martin. Peace is such a simple word, and so needed now. Lovely CAS card.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and a wonderful tribute. There just is not enough peace and love in this world xxx
ReplyDeleteWonderful card with a wonderful message.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful card and message so beautiful and true
ReplyDeleteRia
Have watched the horrors of the past week unravel on our news channels. So devastating for all concerned. Heart goes out to the victims of the blast and also the brave souls who attempted to bring the culprits to justice and died or got badly injured for it. The world is not a happy place right now.
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Such a moving and beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Xx
ReplyDeletePerfect card as a tribute to a lovely little boy and everyone affected by such nastiness. In fact just a perfect card to everyone, everywhere! I am typing with tears in my eyes my friend xx
ReplyDeleteVery touching post...and a wonderful Tribute...and as someone said before me..."your card says it all!
ReplyDeleteA very moving tribute, beautifully written Darnell.
ReplyDeleteSylvia x
A lovely tribute to an amazing young man! Thank you! So glad you in on joined the fun at CASology this week!
ReplyDeleteAMEN!
ReplyDeleteA lovely card in memory of a lovely boy.
love Mags B x
Amen! From the mouths of babes, they say. They have it all figured out and in so few words. Your card, in one word, sums up such an important, global message. I am so glad you joined us at CASology this week.
ReplyDeleteSweet card! Thanks so much for playing with us at CAS(E) this Sketch!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute to a handsome little boy! I can't imagine the horror his family must be going through!! Beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteONE word that says it all. Thank you for this beautiful card as a reminder to the world. I am at a loss for words...
ReplyDeleteperfectly said my friend. here's to a world that listens to its children...and learns from them. hugs.
ReplyDeleteWell your card sums up the feelings and thoughts of many across the world I'm sure, such a tragic and senseless end to any life but especially one so young. Such a touching post Darnell.
ReplyDeleteJenny x
Lovely post and such a great simple card! Love all the red :) Thanks for playing this week at CAS(E) this Sketch!
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